Description
Bromoacetamido-PEG3-acid is a PEG linker featuring a bromide group and a terminal carboxylic acid. Its hydrophilic PEG spacer enhances solubility in aqueous media. The bromide (Br) serves as an effective leaving group for nucleophilic substitution reactions. The terminal carboxylic acid moiety facilitates the formation of stable amide bonds with primary amine groups in the presence of activators such as EDC or HATU.
Applications
Bromoacetamido-PEG3-acid finds application in bioconjugation and chemical modification processes. Researchers utilize its terminal carboxylic acid functionality to efficiently conjugate molecules containing primary amine groups, including proteins, peptides, and oligonucleotides. Its hydrophilic PEG spacer aids in maintaining solubility and biocompatibility, making it suitable for various biomedical and pharmaceutical applications.